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The most direct way to reveal these files is through , though the interface differs slightly between versions. Windows 11 : Open File Explorer (Shortcut: Win + E ). Select View from the top menu bar. Hover over Show and click Hidden items . Windows 10 : Open File Explorer . Click the View tab on the top ribbon. In the Show/hide group, check the box for Hidden items . Advanced Options via Control Panel show hidden files in windows
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To show hidden files in Windows, you can use the built-in layout options in File Explorer to immediately reveal your data. In , open File Explorer, click View on the top command bar, hover over Show , and check Hidden items . In Windows 10 , open File Explorer, click the View tab at the top, and check the box for Hidden items . Permanently change Windows setting: The most direct way